Mar 16, 2026
NFIB Begins Airing New Radio Ads Opposing VA Paid Leave Legislation
Proponents seem to think all businesses are alike, but small businesses are different.
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March 30, 2026
TAKE ACTION: Speak Out TODAY on Costly New Mandates
Tell Governor Spanberger how these bad bills would hurt small businesses.
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March 17, 2026
Session Ends With Victories, Challenges for Small Businesses
NFIB helped quash new taxes on services, repeal of right-to-work.
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March 16, 2026
NFIB Begins Airing New Radio Ads Opposing VA Paid Leave Legislation
Proponents seem to think all businesses are alike, but small businesses are different.
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March 12, 2026
Column: Staunton Small Business Owner Warns of Rising Costs, New Mandates from Richmond
Proposed taxes, energy policies, and regulatory changes could make it harder for small businesses to grow and create jobs.
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March 10, 2026
NFIB SURVEY: Small Businesses Report Higher Sales and Less Uncertainty
The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index fell 0.5 points in February to 98.8 but remained slightly above the 52-year average of 98. The Uncertainty Index decreas…
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March 9, 2026
VA Paid Leave Bill Hurts Small Businesses, Invited Lawsuits
The measure is especially troubling given the latest federal jobs report.
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March 5, 2026
New NFIB Jobs Report Shows Uptick in Employment
NFIB’s February Jobs Report shows that the Small Business Employment Index ticked up nearly 1 point to 103.5, showing further tightness after January consolida…
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February 18, 2026
NFIB Energy Cost Survey Comes as VA Lawmakers Debate Carbon Trading
Report shows how energy costs affect small business owners’ ability to create jobs and grow.
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February 18, 2026
NFIB Statement on Decision to Table Right-to-Work Legislation
The measure would have made Virginia less competitive and hurt small businesses.
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February 17, 2026
LISTEN: NFIB Launches Ad Campaign on Bills That Would Hurt VA Small Businesses
The spots target right-to-work, energy and one-size-fits-all mandates that affect employers and employees.
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February 10, 2026
NFIB Thanks Lawmakers for Tabling Tax Hikes, Urges Caution Going Forward
Legislators say they’ll study the bills over the summer and may revive them in 2027.
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February 3, 2026
VA Tax Bills Would Drive Up Costs for VA Small Businesses and Families
Some lawmakers are eyeing new taxes despite a state budget surplus.
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January 22, 2026
Is Your Small Business Ready For This Weekend’s Winter Storm?
Forecasters are warning of snow and ice in a band stretching across 33 states.
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January 14, 2026
UPDATE: VA Small Business Day Canceled Due to Wintry Weather
Join us and help the voice of small business be heard.
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January 13, 2026
NFIB SURVEY: Small Business Optimism Continues to Rise
VA lawmakers can build on last year’s legislative victories by preserving right-to-work.
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January 8, 2026
NFIB: Preserving Right-to-Work Is Top Priority for 2026 General Assembly Session
NFIB State Director Julia Hammond said today that preserving Virginia’s right-to-work law will be the small business advocacy organization’s No. 1 priority dur…
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December 30, 2025
Remember to Vote Your NFIB State Ballot
Your input helps determine our positions on key issues affecting independent businesses throughout the state.
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November 18, 2025
Statement: Small Businesses Can’t Afford House Bill 5 Mandates
Measure would hurt Virginia’s small businesses and their employees.
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November 13, 2025
Time is Running Out to Prepare for Small Business Saturday
It’s a chance for Main Street shops and restaurants to attract new customers and turn them into regulars.
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October 28, 2025
NFIB Virginia PAC Endorses Jason Miyares for Attorney General
The general election is Nov. 4.
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October 27, 2025
Tuesday is Election Day in Virginia
We must support the candidates who support small businesses.
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October 20, 2025
New NFIB Virginia PAC Radio Ad Urges Voters to Support Small Businesses
‘We need leaders who understand the importance of small businesses.’
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October 16, 2025
NFIB Virginia PAC Endorses John Reid for Lieutenant Governor
The endorsement is based on his support of small business and plans to strengthen Virginia’s economy.
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October 15, 2025
NFIB Virginia PAC Endorses Winsome Earle-Sears for Governor
The NFIB Virginia PAC today endorsed Winsome Earle-Sears for governor. The political action committee is made up of small business owners from across Virginia …
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October 7, 2025
NFIB VA PAC Endorses 18 Candidates for House of Delegates
The endorsements are based on the candidates’ records and positions on small business issues.
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October 3, 2025
Early Voting Is Underway in Virginia
Support the candidates who support small businesses.
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October 2, 2025
Virginia Launches ‘Energy Connect’ Program for Small Businesses
The program is designed to help employers and others dealing with high energy costs.
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September 17, 2025
What Does the Latest NFIB Optimism Index Say About Virginia?
State Director Julia Hammond says the report reflects conditions in the commonwealth.
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August 15, 2025
Is Your Small Business Ready for Peak Hurricane Season?
Forecasters within NOAA’s National Weather Service predict above-normal hurricane activity in the Atlantic this summer. Hurricane season begins June 1 and runs…
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August 4, 2025
Virginia Sales Tax Holiday Could Be a Boon to Main Street Businesses
The event gave shoppers a chance to support the local businesses that support their communities.
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